Trump, Liberia and West Africa
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Trump's comments to Liberian President Joseph Boakai were reminiscent of an offensive phrase that's commonly directed at Black people, experts say.
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AllAfrica on MSNLiberia to Introduce Kickball in Sierra Leone Through Sports Diplomacy VisitThe National Sports Authority (NSA) of Sierra Leone has officially invited the Liberia Kickball Federation (LKF) for a sports diplomacy visit from July 21 to 25, aimed at introducing kickball to Sierra Leone.
The meeting follows U.S. aid cuts and the recent dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development.
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Al Jazeera on MSNTrump hosts five West African leaders to discuss trade and developmentUnited States President Donald Trump has met leaders from five African countries as he escalates a trade war that could impact developing countries reliant on commerce with the US.
WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump hailed West Africa’s rich natural resources as he hosted five of its leaders on July 9 for a White House summit aimed at fostering trade to counter the growing influence of Russia and China.
Phay is among millions across Africa who have seen their lives upended after the U.S. aid cuts. In Liberia, the American support made up almost 2.6% of the gross national income, the highest percentage anywhere in the world, according to the Center for Global Development.
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AllAfrica on MSNWest Africa: A Primer for the White House Visit by Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and SenegalGuest Column - President Donald Trump is slated to host the heads of state of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal for a luncheon discussion on Wednesday at the White House, to explore what a White House official called “incredible commercial opportunities which benefit both the American people and our African partners.